Question to Ask Contractors

Contractor Questions

Questions to ask contractors

Get the answers you need before you hire someone to do your home electrification upgrades.

Protect Yourself

Asking the right questions makes all the difference

A contractor is critical to the success of any home improvement project, especially when it comes to home electrification. This person can make or break your project—and your budget. When considering replacing your gas appliances with electric or heat pump alternatives, it’s crucial to select a contractor with the necessary expertise and reliability.

Below, we provide important questions to ask your contractor before signing any contracts with them. If you’re just getting started on your home electrification project or you need to find a contractor, you can visit our contractor page.

The Right Questions

What to ask potential contractors

Here is a list of questions for contractors, broken down by topic.

By asking these questions, you will gather the information you need to make an informed decision and find a reliable contractor to complete your project.

Questions to Ask

General Questions

Questions to Ask

Project-specific questions

Questions to Ask

Appliance-specific questions

Questions to Ask

Panel replacement & service upgrade questions

If your contractor says that you need to replace your panel or upgrade your service, ask them these questions before they do the work.

Your home's electrical system & appliances

Questions to determine if you need to replace your electrical panel to accommodate a new appliance

Upgrades and costs

Questions about replacing the panel and its associated expenses

Panel upgrade support

If you're still unsure about upgrading your panel, contact us. We have experts who can help you assess your needs, and we provide this service for free.

Questions to Ask

The contractor's experience

Questions about the contractor’s experience level and recommendation for a panel upgrade.

Contractor Details

Questions about the contractor’s experience level and recommendation for a panel upgrade

Rebates & Financing

Keep the cost of your electrification project to a minimum

You may qualify for money-saving rebates and financial assistance toward your upgrades.

Going from gas to electric isn’t something you have to pay for all on your own. As a PCE customer, you have access to a range of eligibility based rebates, incentives, and zero-percent financing with no money down. 

If you’re looking for rebates, you can use our search tool to find money-saving programs and incentives for going electric. Look for opportunities that apply to your situation.

Approved Contractors

Find a licensed contractor

We can help you find an approved local and licensed contractor who meets your criteria.

Support

Need more help?

If you have any questions about going electric, contractors, or rebates, we have experts available to help at no cost to you.

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